Swim & Water Safety Instructor

YMCA of the Chesapeake; Lexington Park (MD); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The YMCA of the Chesapeake is seeking a Water Safety Instructor for a full-time, on-site position in Lexington Park, MD. You will plan and teach swimming and water safety to participants of varying ages and abilities, following YMCA curricula and safety standards.

Responsibilities include demonstrating techniques, monitoring progress, enforcing rules, preparing instructional materials, coordinating with aquatics staff, and supporting special programs, while modeling YMCA values and maintaining a

Qualifikationen

• Strong skills in swim instruction and swim lessons with ability to adapt to ages and abilities.
• Solid swimming and aquatics skills to demonstrate techniques and ensure safety.
• Lifeguarding skills with current certification or ability to obtain within timeframe.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications beneficial.
• Experience in aquatics, recreation, education, or youth development preferred.
• Excellent communication, observation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to YMCA mission, safety standards, and inclusivity.

Aufgaben

• Plan and teach swimming and water safety lessons for participants of varying ages and skill levels.
• Demonstrate proper techniques, monitor progress, and enforce pool rules.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment and model YMCA core values.
• Schedule lessons, prepare instructional materials, and support special programs or events.
• Perform basic pool deck housekeeping and safety checks; communicate with families.

Kenntnisse

Swim Instruction

Swim Lessons

Lifeguarding

CPR/First Aid

Communication

Jobbeschreibung

The YMCA of the Chesapeake is seeking a Water Safety Instructor for a full-time, on-site position in Lexington Park, MD. You will plan and teach swimming and water safety to participants of varying ages and abilities, following YMCA curricula and safety standards.

Responsibilities include demonstrating techniques, monitoring progress, enforcing rules, preparing instructional materials, coordinating with aquatics staff, and supporting special programs, while modeling YMCA values and maintaining a